Sweet Mother's Kitchen specialises in friendly and relaxed home cooking with influences from New Orleans and Mexico. Good news for those who are often struck with a bad case of food envy: their shared dining experience pretty much entitles you to picking at your mates plate. The curly fries, fish tacos and milkshakes are top notch. Serving food until 10pm.

For yummy fresh Asian cuisine and cocktails to dine for (we recommend the Rose Bud), pop down to Chow. They've got heaps of tasty tapas and meals, with vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options available, plus food on Mondays is two for one! Get in early though, they don't take bookings on Monday evenings due to this offer. Serving food until midnight.

Monsoon Poon is a vibrant South East Asian restaurant located in the heart of Wellington, just off Courtenay Place. Watch the chefs prepare a fabulous array of cuisine including: Malaysian, Indonesian, Thai, Vietnamese and Chinese. Don't be afraid to scoff down on their moreish dumplings! Serving food until 10pm.

Wellington's most established all day and late night cafe, Midnight Espresso is one of the best places in town for cheap eats any time of the day. They've got plenty of vegan, vegetarian, and wheat-free options on offer, and they're serving food until 3am. Say what?!

Enigma's funky street style interior draws customers in right up until midnight. Not only are they open late, they're also serving up tasty food, good coffee and alcoholic beverages for a late night fix.

This little Asian haven is such a hidden gem. Although it sits in the middle of bustling Courtenay Place, when you step inside it's like another world. Perfect for a nightcap and late night bite. Their delightful Asian inspired menu, featuring Pork and Chive Dumplings and Red Duck Curry, is available after 10pm till close - and closing time depends on how busy it is!